Antitrust News Feed

Dec 5, 2024

The Estonian Competition Authority has initiated an investigation into AllePal OÜ, the owner of auto24.ee, to assess compliance with competition rules in the vehicle sales advertisement market.

Dec 5, 2024

As the Competition Act 1998 nears its 25th anniversary, the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) outlines its strategic aims to enhance competition, deter anti-competitive behavior, and ensure market contestability.

Dec 5, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has mandated seven crowdfunding platforms to provide clearer information about their fees following numerous consumer complaints.

Dec 5, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority has cleared the merger between Vodafone and Three, contingent on legally binding commitments to enhance the UK's 5G network and protect consumer tariffs.

Dec 4, 2024

The Cartel Court has imposed a fine of EUR 43,000 on Riegerbau GmbH for participating in illegal price-fixing and market-sharing agreements in the facade construction sector.

Dec 4, 2024

The Competition Authority has decided not to initiate an investigation into potential competition violations in the mandatory health insurance market, while continuing to monitor the situation.

Dec 4, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has recognized the Private Healthcare Information Network (PHIN) for reaching its bronze compliance milestone, showcasing significant progress in transparency and data publication.

Dec 3, 2024

The AdC has issued a warning about potential competition risks related to access to generative AI models, emphasizing the importance of openness in foundation models for fostering innovation.

Dec 3, 2024

The Autorité de la concurrence has fined Air Antilles and Air Caraïbes €14.57 million for colluding on ticket prices and reducing services in the Caribbean inter-island air transport sector.

Dec 3, 2024

The CMA has issued a letter to local authorities regarding exclusivity clauses in street furniture contracts, particularly those related to advertising.

Dec 2, 2024

The Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) has fined Premium Pázsit Kft. for failing to substantiate its claims of market leadership and product uniqueness.

Dec 2, 2024

The Danish Supreme Court has found that German engine manufacturer Deutz and its Danish dealer Diesel Motor Nordic violated competition laws by abusing their dominant position and entering into anti-competitive agreements.

Dec 2, 2024

The President of UOKiK has initiated an investigation into possible anticompetitive practices by the ENEA Group, following searches conducted at three of its companies.

Dec 1, 2024

The Swedish Competition Authority has closed its investigation into fuel companies Circle K, OKQ8, and Preem after they voluntarily agreed to stop publicly publishing recommended fuel prices, addressing concerns of potential price coordination.

Nov 29, 2024

The Polish competition authority, UOKiK, launches a campaign to alert consumers about the financial consequences of using 'buy now, pay later' services during the holiday shopping season.